Most Popular Festivals in Manchester
Sat 25 Jul - Sat 5 Sep 2026
National Theatre Connections Festival
Thursday 25 - Sunday 28 June 2026
Connections is the National Theatre's annual, nationwide youth theatre festival. The programme is 30 years old and has a history of championing the talent of young people from across the UK. Every year, Connections commissions new plays for...
Outbreak Fest
Friday 26 - Sunday 28 June 2026
 Finding its roots in hardcore and punk, Manchester's three day Outbreak Fest has built a major platform to the UK's consistently thriving counterculture, while also providing a rite of passage for major touring acts across the world such...
The Brit Fest
Thursday 2 - Sunday 5 July 2026
A celebration of all things British; music, culture, cars, food, drink, sport, entertainment and more... Prepare to be blown away by an incredible lineup of top-notch British musicians and bands. From iconic anthems to chart-topping pop hit...
Tributes on the Hill 2026
Thursday 2 - Sunday 5 July 2026
The award winning 4 day family friendly (and dogs) festival, set in the beautiful scenic location on the Sandstone trail close to Frodsham, Cheshire....
Summer Shutdown
Saturday 4 July 2026
Get ready to turn up the heat this summer as Elevate presents SUMMER SHUTDOWN - the ultimate open-air day party bringing pure vibes to Manchester.....
Only Bounce 'day & night'
Saturday 4 July 2026
Join us for an outdoor/indoor day/night 12 hour rave bringing you nothing but the best classic & new bounce LOCATION TBA...
Electric Heart Festival
Sunday 5 July 2026
Electric Heart Festival lands in Manchester on Sunday 5th July 2026, bringing a brand-new indie festival to the city for one unforgettable summer day. Taking over Barton Aerodrome, turning an iconic open-air runway into the city's new indie...
Hubble Bubble Sound Bazar
Saturday 11 July 2026
Celebrating Diversity. A vibrant celebration of music, movement, and culture. Live performances, DJs, dance, and interactive workshops....
Hits On The Pitch 2026
Saturday 11 July 2026
The North West's ultimate 80s, 90s, and 00s music festival returns to Stockport Rugby Club on Saturday 11th July for another unmissable extravaganza...
Taste Of Thailand Music And Food Festival
Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 July 2026
A weekend of live entertainment, Thai boxing demonstrations, Food stalls, Thai beer and drinks, relaxing Thai massage and fun for all the family....
Craic by the Creek 2026
Friday 17 - Sunday 19 July 2026
2026 brings the sixth instalment of Craic by the Creek. The Greatest Festival of Irish and Country Music....
Fields Of Gold Summer Festival 2026
Friday 17 - Saturday 18 July 2026
Fields Of Gold Summer Festival 2026 is a two-day music festival taking place in Ashton-Under-Lyne, Manchester....
AllDay Musicals
Saturday 18 July 2026
MANCHESTER Musical Lovers... this is your moment... Get ready to SING. DANCE. SHOUT And Take centre Stage......
Wigan St.Cuthberts Music Festival
Saturday 18 July 2026
family-friendly music festival organised by the WN7 FEST team, bringing a huge day of live music, entertainment, food and fun to Wigan St. Cuthberts...
Offal Fest 2026
Friday 24 - Sunday 26 July 2026
Lineup announcements coming soon... Moving to The Bread Shed on Oxford Road - July 24 - 26 2026...
SeekOut Arts & Music Festival
Friday 24 July 2026
SeekOut is a family friendly arts and music micro festival taking place in the beautiful woodland of Gisburn Forest....
Country Club
Saturday 25 July - Saturday 5 September 2026
Saddle up cowboys & cowgirls the UK's first ever country music day party is riding into town for the ultimate hoedown. Expect Non-stop country music hits all night long, rodeo bull, line dancing, cowboy & cowgirl hat giveaways, red solo cup...
A Summer Cookout 2026
Saturday 25 July 2026
Following 2025's incredible Cookout, So Flute, Shin Digger and The Carlton Club return for another day and night extravaganza for the senses....
NØCTILEX Festival
Saturday 25 July 2026
Join us as we make our return to Bee Noir for our one year anniversary festival This time for a full outdoor and indoor takeover from 6pm until 4am....
SeekOut Arts & Music Festival
Saturday 25 - Sunday 26 July 2026
SeekOut is a family friendly arts and music micro festival taking place in the beautiful woodland of Gisburn Forest....
The House & Vocal Disco Festival
Saturday 25 July 2026
We return to the lushous green fields of Styal for another beautiful experience amongst friends, listening to the very best house music....
Party On A Pitch
Sunday 26 July 2026
The UK's biggest tribute bands take the stage for a day of legendary performances. From classic rock to pop icons - relive the greatest hits live....
RADAR Festival
Friday 31 July - Sunday 2 August 2026
 A progressive rock and metal festival headlined in 2025 by Carpenter Brut + Bob Vylan + Underoath....
RADAR Festival
Friday 31 July - Sunday 2 August 2026
The progressive rock and metal festival is back with a stella line-up:Â FRIDAY 31 JULY -THY ART IS MURDER +CHELSEA GRIN +SIKTH +VIANOVA + GRAPHIC NATURE +Â PINTGLASS + GHOST IRIS + HACKTIVIST +CAGE FIGHT + CLT DRP + SIXTH WONDER + ROZEMARYS...
Styal Craft Beer Fest 2026
Friday 31 July - Saturday 1 August 2026
Two days of artisan brews, street food, and live entertainment. Discover independent breweries and enjoy the ultimate summer beer experience....
Newton Music Festival
Saturday 1 August 2026
Newton Music Festival is taking place in conjunction with Newton Town show. Starring: THE K'S -Â Local band making waves in the music world with their debut album taking the number 3 slot in the chart. THE LOTTERY WINNERS. THE ROLLING PEOPL...
Teletech Festival
Saturday 1 August 2026
 Teletech techno festival returns to its home city of Manchester for a fifth time in 2026. Line-up to be announced. ...
Cheshire Fest 2026
Saturday 1 August 2026
Cheshire's No.1 premium boutique festival nestled in the lush green countryside at Capesthorne Hall....
Back By Dope Demand Festival
Saturday 1 August 2026
BBDD Festival heads back to six trees, huge line up, big transformations and a full day of raving ...
Hillside Festival 2026
Saturday 1 August 2026
Hillside 2026 - get ready for some big fun We're proud to welcome Inner City and FLETCH to this year's edition...
North West music fest 2026 @ Robin Hood
Saturday 1 August 2026
WE ARE BACK HOME Back where it all began... The Robin Hood, Leigh North West Music Fest returns on 1st August 2026 and we cannot wai...
True Pride
Saturday 1 August 2026
The first queer curated True Pride Queer Arts festival, featuring The Irrepressibles, The Hidden Cameras, Planningtorock, jasmine.4.t and more....
Firevolt Rock Festival
Thursday 6 August 2026
 Formally FIRESTORM Festival, Manchester's Best Camping Rock Fest, bringing you the best rock bands on 2 stages over 3 days on a picturesque farm through Etherow Country Park. ...
R&B Lovers Outdoor Festival
Saturday 8 - Sunday 9 August 2026
Get ready for a massive Summer Outdoor 90s & 00s R&B Festival with DJs spinning 8 hours of Old School 90s & 00's RnB Anthems, alongside live performers and hosts. Expect to hear music from: DESTINY'S CHILD / ASHANTI / JA RULE / USHER / LUD...
Brookfest 2026
Saturday 8 August 2026
Blackbrook Rugby Club's annual Music Festival showcasing a number of the local area's top musical talent...
The Gee Cross Summer Festival
Saturday 8 - Sunday 9 August 2026
Built by the community, for the community Something very special for our village....
Norden Cricket Club Festival 2026
Saturday 15 August 2026
Norden Cricket Club Festival 2026 is back after last years sell out event. Early Bird ticket sales are now ON SALE ...
Out There .
Saturday 15 August 2026
The very best of oldskool dance music. With an incredible line up of top DJs...
Wilmslow
Saturday 15 August 2026
Your GREAT BIG Family Day Out is Here Get ready for a full day of family fun, feel good vibes, and unforgettable memories...
Infest
Friday 21 August 2026
After 24 great live (+1 hybrid) years in Bradford, InFest moves to Manchester for 2025 with a weekend of EBM, Industrial, synthpop, noise, darkwave and post-punk from: Friday -Eisfabrik // Auger // Harpy // William Bleak // Junkie Kut // Pe...
Magic of Thailand Festival - Manchester
Saturday 22 - Sunday 23 August 2026
A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Platt Fields Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known as Manchester Thai Festival. Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your famil...
Cheshire Fest 2026 Live at Tatton Park
Saturday 22 August 2026
Cheshire Fest heads to Tatton Park on 22nd August from 12 - 11pm. Live acts, DJs, street food, bars & VIP areas. A full-day peak summer experience....
